Plant or Animal? 🌱🐄
Is callaloo plant-based or animal-based?
(Plant-based)
Where do most foods in the supermarket come from?
(Farms)
Name a fruit that grows in Jamaica.
(Mango, guava, ackee, etc.)
Why do farmers grow plants?
(To provide food, create jobs, help the economy.)
What happens when a drought affects farming?
(Less water = fewer crops = food shortage.)
Does honey come from a plant or an animal?
(Animals – bees)
What happens to cocoa before it becomes chocolate?
(Fermented, dried, roasted, and processed.)
What farm animal is commonly used to make jerk dishes in Jamaica?
(Chicken or pork.)
What could happen if we didn’t have enough farmers?
(Food shortages, hunger, higher food prices.)
How can hurricanes affect Jamaica’s food supply?
(They destroy crops, damage farms, and slow down food production.)
What type of food do we get from cows besides beef?
(Milk, cheese, butter, etc.)
Name three steps in the journey of chicken from farm to table.
(Raising, processing, packaging, distribution, selling, cooking, etc.)
What crop is used to make bammies?
(Cassava.)
How does buying local food help Jamaica?
(Supports farmers, creates jobs, reduces the need for imports.)
What is backyard farming, and why is it useful?
(Growing food at home to save money and have fresh produce.)
Which part of the breadfruit tree do we eat?
(The fruit)
What is the difference between imported food and locally grown food?
(Imported food comes from other countries; locally grown food is produced in Jamaica.)
Why is yam important in Jamaican culture?
(It’s a staple food and was eaten by athletes like Usain Bolt for energy.)
Name one way the government helps farmers in Jamaica.
(Providing loans, training, equipment, or subsidies.)
"What type of technology helps farmers water their crops more efficiently?"
(Answer: Irrigation systems that use sensors to control water usage.)
What is the main difference between plant-based protein and animal-based protein?
(Plant-based comes from foods like beans and nuts, animal-based comes from meat, eggs, and dairy.)
Why is food processing important before selling food in stores?
(It makes food last longer, ensures safety, and improves packaging for transport.)
What is the scientific name of Jamaica’s national fruit, ackee?
(Blighia sapida.)
How does climate change affect farming in Jamaica?
(Longer droughts, stronger hurricanes, unpredictable rainfall.)
"How does planting trees with crops benefit the environment and farming?"
(Answer: Trees help reduce soil erosion, provide shade, and improve air quality for crops.)